Technical and Economic Feasibility of a Photovoltaic Charging Station for Electric Bicycles Considering a Lead-Acid Battery Degradation Model

Electric mobility is a new concept that is emerging as a technically viable alternative and socially accepted to address mobility problems and pollution generated by conventional transport. However, electric mobility models require an analysis of technical and financial viability to guarantee their sustainability over time. This article presents the design of a photovoltaic station for recharging electric bicycles, calculating its financial and technical feasibility considering the replacement of batteries, the bicycle loan fee. Some simulations using Matlab y HOMER PRO were carried out to validate the PV system operation and to estimate the battery degradation.